Analyzing Diction

In this lesson, students will review the key terms: diction, denotation, and connotation. Working in groups, they will determine denotative and connotative meanings of various words and discuss how this choice of diction relates to the tone and author's attitude. The lesson culminates with a short creative writing activity in which students use connotative diction to convey a particular tone.

Resource ID#: 32837 Type: Lesson Plan

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Subject(s): English Language Arts

Grade Level(s): 10

Intended Audience: Educators

Suggested Technology: Document Camera, Computer for Presenter, Internet Connection, Overhead Projector, Microsoft Office

Instructional Time: 1 Hour(s) 30 Minute(s)

Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Freely Available: Yes

Keywords: diction, connotation, denotation, tone, Great Expectations, Charles Dickens

Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan, Worksheet, Assessment, Text Resource, Instructional Technique, Formative Assessment

Resource Collection: CPALMS Lesson Plan Development Initiative

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